Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hedge fund in Cambridge is hiring a Quantitative Researcher for their rapidly growing commodities options desk. This role involves collaboration to create and manage trading strategies, offering significant career advancement opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess a strong systematic trading background, excellent communication skills, and a keen interest in commodities market dynamics.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic trading strategy development, ideally in medium-frequency trading.
• Proven track record with a Sharpe ratio of 2-3+.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage scalable medium-frequency trading strategies.
• Generate alpha, process signals, and manage risk as part of a team.

Skills

Systematic trading strategy development

Effective communication

Collaboration

Interest in commodities

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06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options

A world-renowned hedge fund specializing in quantitative trading and research is seeking a quantitative researcher for their commodities options desk in London, which is experiencing rapid growth due to outstanding performance.

The role involves working with a team of quants to develop and manage scalable medium-frequency trading strategies, generate alpha, process signals, and manage risk. This position offers excellent exposure and opportunities for career advancement as the team expands.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience in systematic trading strategy development, preferably within a medium-frequency trading environment.
• Outstanding performance with a live track record, ideally with a Sharpe ratio of 2-3+.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills within a team.
• Strong interest and background in commodities.